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This Week in AG History — Feb. 17, 1963
A freak accident took the life of newly appointed missionary Sidney Goodwin at the age of 27, but his sacrifice led to many others dedicating their lives to reach Ghana for Christ.
Feb 19, 2026 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History — Feb. 10, 1940
Since the 14th century, tracts have spread the gospel message, with the Pentecostal message coming to light through tracts as well since the early 1900s.
Feb 12, 2026 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History — Jan. 27, 1952
First Assembly in Memphis, Tennessee, already had a rich heritage by the 1950s, due in part to its pastors, including James E. Hamill.
Jan 29, 2026 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History — Jan. 23, 1972
Founded as a result of the research and initiative of George Flattery, Global University now operates in 166 countries and produces evangelism and discipleship materials in 141 languages.
Jan 22, 2026 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History — Jan. 9, 1972
A 1971 message by Thurman Faison called for urban evangelism, emphasizing that the major cities of America influence the course of the nation.
Jan 08, 2026 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History -- Dec. 23, 1962
The compassion and demonstrated love of a Sunday School class during Christmas changed the direction of a young Jewish girl's life.
Dec 24, 2025 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History -- Nov. 24, 1957
God used a car accident to teach missionary Robert Cummings to adopt an attitude of thanksgiving even in the difficult times.
Nov 27, 2025 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History — Oct. 15, 1949
The 1949 General Council took action to protect the Assemblies of God against problematic teachings of the Latter Rain movement.
Oct 16, 2025 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History -- Oct. 11, 1953
Christ Ambassadors (CA) Director Ralph Harris had a vision for a unique way for Assemblies of God youth to support missions.
Oct 09, 2025 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
This Week in AG History -- Sept. 19, 1942
Constance Eady's passionate and seemingly tireless missionary efforts in India and elsewhere in the world helped prepare the way for those missionaries who followed.
Sep 18, 2025 , By Ruthie Edgerly Oberg
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